Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Casual | Permanent Part Time | Permanent Full Time
Location: Quirindi Community Hospital
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ593985
Applications Close: Sunday 24th August 2025
Where you’ll be working
Quirindi, known as the ‘nest in the hills,’ is nestled in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hour from Tamworth. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and vibrant sunflower fields, this welcoming community offers the perfect blend of country charm and lifestyle balance. Quirindi Health Service incorporates Quirindi Hospital, a 24/7 acute facility with emergency care, and HealthOne Quirindi, delivering GP and Community Health services on-site. Working together, these services provide coordinated, patient-centred care for the Liverpool Plains community.
About the roles
We are currently recruiting to two Registered Nurse positions:
Registered Nurse (Inpatient Unit) – Deliver safe, high-quality, and person-centred nursing care to patients across medical, surgical, aged care, and palliative streams. This role provides opportunities to broaden your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse – Provide high-quality, timely nursing care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department with a wide variety of acute needs. This position is suited to nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are keen to expand their emergency nursing expertise.
Both roles involve contributing to care planning, promoting evidence-informed practice, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor Enrolled Nurses and foster a collaborative, supportive environment that values continuous improvement.
About you
- Proven ability to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing care.
- Strong communication skills with patients, carers, and team members.
- Commitment to patient safety, clinical quality, and evidence-based practice.
- Willingness to mentor and support Enrolled Nurses and fellow RNs.
- Ability to contribute to open communication, problem solving, and team building.
Requirements
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Martin on Jodie.Martin@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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